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MSU Extension Breakfast on the Farm organizers are seeking host farms for 2020

Published on September 20, 2019
Since 2009, forty Breakfast on the Farm events have been held in Michigan. After a one year break, Michigan State University Extension is once again looking for host farm families.
Starting a Licensed Food Business

Published on September 18, 2019
Starting a Licensed Food Business training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a successful commercial reality.
The Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility launches first-ever farmers market

Published on August 29, 2019
Local food project empowers students, promotes healthy, sustainable living, and encourages relationships through education.
MSU Releases Directory of Michigan Food System Councils

Published on August 13, 2019
New directory makes it easier for residents to connect with councils and networks working on food systems in their city, county and region.
New lavender online course now available

Published on August 6, 2019
Ready to turn your garden purple? A new online course will teach growers how to establish lavender, manage, harvest and market the crop.
Discover Michigan Fresh and Prescription for Health

Published on August 5, 2019
A pilot program in Midland to tie healthy eating with the local farmers market.
Project FRESH: Nutrition education at farmers markets

Published on August 5, 2019
Bringing families and farmers markets together creates opportunities for nutrition.
MSU Extension director tours the revitalized Downtown Saginaw Farmers' Market

Published on August 2, 2019
Farmers market finds a permanent home that they hope will allow it to become a downtown staple.
Celebrate National Farmers Market Week in your own community

Published on August 2, 2019
This national celebration highlights what is best about local food and farms.
Animal based soil amendments: FSMA compliance tools for produce growers

Published on June 21, 2019
New resources for growers and educators help farmers meet new standards.